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We begin with a complete in-home assessment to determine what level of support is needed. This includes addressing physical, cognitive, psychological, and environmental needs. We do this through a complete nursing assessment, including medication review for any negative drug interactions and the use of recognized testing to determine level of cognitive impairment.
The information obtained during the assessment is used to create a personalized care plan that is directed towards creating an action plan. Our goal is to support the individual to realize the highest quality of life. The recommendations are discussed with the family and or fiduciary and the client. We believe that including the client in the decision making process is key to building a support system that is accepted and desirable for the client.
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WHEN IS CARE MANAGEMENT NEEDED?
Any time a person is incapable of recognizing and or meeting their own care needs, Care Management is the solution. This includes times in which family or fiduciaries, with the best intentions, still need someone to help coordinate care between physicians, specialists, and day-to-day needs. Care managers are able to address safety, medication compliance, needed social support systems and assess degree of cognitive impairment. We create a safe and healthy environment for each individual.
WHAT IS CARE MANAGEMENT?
Care Management is the process in which a skilled professional, often times a nurse or social worker, completes an assessment and develops a care plan to guide in the support services of an individual. A care plan includes medical treatment, safety assessment with recommendations, nutritional, social and environmental support for a client.
WHY NURSE CARE MANAGEMENT?
As nurse Care Managers, we are able to use clinical training and expertise to assess the client's current and changing medical conditions. We assess the effectiveness of the current medication regimen and collaborate with the physician to address all of the client's health needs.
HOW CAN CARE MANAGEMENT HELP MY FAMILY?
Often times, members of the same family perceive healthcare decisions differently. The Care Manager supports the family in becoming a cohesive group so that together they can all support the client through challenging times.
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